Best Rock Climbing Vietnam Guide

Vietnam, for years, has appeared to tourists from all around the world as a place to relax, chill, and have a break from a busy life. However, the country is more than that. With a wide range of spots that feature stunning crags, Vietnam has become an ideal destination for those who are into rock climbing.

Why don’t you rock climbers pack your bags right now to join Vietnam rock climbing this season? Many intriguing things await.

Best Rock Climbing Vietnam

Reason To Do Rock Climbing In Vietnam

According to former experiencers, climbing rocks is one of the most adventurous things to do in Vietnam which brings you the thrilling, fun, off-the-beaten-track, and worth-trying experience. 

Apparently, like any other, the sport is always good for your health as it puts all of your muscles to the test, and strengthens them, thus, refreshing your body after months of just sitting at the office. 

Mountainous Terrain

In Vietnam, the activity can occur at a variety of spots that possess distinctive features. The country features a mountainous terrain (mountains take up 3/4 of the whole area) plus thousands of islands within the bays and waters have created a wide range of stunning crags and cliffs.

Best Terrain For Climbing

Suitable Height

These mainly lie in the Northeast and feature heights between 7m and 23 m, which will give you a chance to challenge your strength but still be safe enough. 

Suitable Height For Everyone Can Achieve

However, while in other countries, the activity is suitable for the professional due to its higher and more dangerous crags and cliffs, Vietnam can service all types of tourists, from beginners who are curious about the activity to experts who have years of rock climbing.

Incredible Views

Additionally, climbing rocks is considered a way of sightseeing. On reaching the top of the crags, you can easily catch sight of amazing things under your feet. 

Enjoy Stunning Views Of Vietnam

In Vietnam, sceneries in the Northeast are to some extent tranquil and untouched, which can be equally charming but give you a different feeling if seen downward. From the top, you will be able to have a panoramic view of the scene below and sometimes enjoy the sunrise or sunset which is undeniably beautiful.

Reasonable Price

The last reason you should try rock climbing in Vietnam is the low cost compared to other countries. You will have to pay less but still experience good service and extra safety.

5 Best Places To Do Vietnam Rock Climbing 

Planning to climb rocks in Vietnam, then you should never miss these places.

Halong Bay 

Certainly on the list is Halong Bay, the tourism center of Northern Vietnam, famous for many magnificent karst islands, charming beaches, and mesmerizing caves. 

People coming here usually choose to admire its impressive scenery on a kayak or while swimming in the emerald water, all of which can allow you to have a close-up view. However, if you are yearning for something panoramic, climbing to the top of one of the crags within Halong Bay to see the whole area will be the best.

Challenge Your Health With The Cliffs Of Halong Bay

Usually, rock climbing in waters like Halong Bay is combined with kayaking for tourists to access the places. During the trip, you will be taken to some well-built crags and follow the guide’s instructions to get to the peak. 

Take An Exciting Kayaking Trip To Climbing Spot

Especially, there is deep water soloing, an adventurous version of the activity in which you climb without any protective equipment and jump off into the cool water after reaching the top.

The activity may feature in a cruise tour or sometimes be booked separately. If preferring a whole cruise trip that includes rock climbing in the itinerary, you will have to spend between US $150 and $310. Deepwater soloing is around US $45. 

For more detailed information, please go to Rock Climbing in Halong.

Cat Ba Island 

Situated near Halong Bay and possessing a mountainous terrain, Cat Ba Island is also an ideal destination for rock climbers. The island itself features many famous crags that are extraordinarily beautiful and adventurous. Some of those are Butterfly Valley, Hidden Valley, Ben Beo Harbor, and The Cave.

Experience Climbing In Cat Ba Island

On climbing to the peak, you will get a panoramic view over the island where there are not only stunning sceneries but scenes of the locals’ lives as well. 

Cat Ba Island From Above

Like in Halong Bay, to start rock climbing on Cat Ba Island, you will have to kayak to reach the crags, except for ones on land such as Butterfly Valley, and Hidden Valley. Besides, there is deepwater soloing in Ben Beo Harbor for those who take a fancy to adventurous experiences.

Rock climbing in Cat Ba usually costs you the same as in Halong Bay, so you can easily choose between the two places to enjoy the activity. If you want to experience both of them, a full cruise tour will be the right choice.

Huu Lung 

Huu Lung, a district of the mountainous Lang Son, has been a famous destination for climbing rocks in Vietnam. 

In Huu Lung, you will frequently hear about the 5 incredible crags, which are Head Wall, The Arch, WoofStuck, Passe-Muraille, and Dragon Wall. These are the most beautiful ones that you can climb to the top and admire the scene below. 

Stunning Views Of Huu Lung From Above

Unlike Halong Bay or Cat Ba, Huu Lung is an on-land spot, which definitely will not give you charming sceneries of sand, water, or islands but untouched beauties of spectacular mountains and evergreen plants. 

Usually, a tour in Huu Lung will include all of that. The cost is about US $77.67/day/person for a group of 4. If you come on a group trip, it can be reduced to US $56.06/day/person. 

NOTE: As rocks and crags in Huu Lung are to some extent more dangerous than in the formers, you will have to make sure that all protective equipment is prepared and have at least one guide instruct you.

Quoc Oai 

If you are looking for somewhere near Hanoi to do rock climbing, Quoc Oai can be the right place as it is located just outside of the metropolis and still features enough facilities for the activity to take place. 

Here, there are about 20 routes bolted. These are quite easily accessible and suitable for beginners. To climb rocks in Quoc Oai, you can have a day trip starting from the city, which is convenient as you can both visit Hanoi and take part in the activity in just a day. 

Quoc Oai One Of The Best Spots For Rock Climbing

However, on booking rock climbing here, you will make sure that the service is available as some of the services there have been banned by the local authority since 2019. 

Mai Chau 

Another option for climbing rocks near Hanoi is Mai Chau, a rural district of Hoa Binh. From the capital, it will only take you about 4 hours to get there. Mai Chau features peaceful scenery of mountains and plants. 

An interesting thing about rock climbing in Mai Chau is that you can climb with a bicycle approach. From the foot of the mountain, you can ride a bike along the slope, through local villages and paddy fields to reach the climbing zone, hence more time to sightsee, of course, with your naked eyes. 

Immerse Yourself In The Tranquil Scenery Of Mai Chau

However, the service is only suitable for experienced climbers. As a newbie, you’d better have a tour guide to make sure everything is fine. In that case, a private tour can fit the bill.

Usually, one-day climbing rocks in Mai Chau will cost you from US $28 - $42 per person. The more people your group has, the less you will pay.

Rock climbing in Vietnam can give you very different experiences. Now, let’s pack your bag and join us. To book a rock climbing tour, you can go to our website at bestpricetravel.com and request a Vietnam Private tour, we will customize it and give you the best trip.

One thing about rock climbing services in Vietnam is that they are only sold on request. Therefore, if you want to, direct contact will be the best idea.